Funding, News and Announcements

Ataxia Canada is launching a competition this fall, as pertaining to the following research areas:

Adaptation:

• Exploring adaptive technologies and tools that assist individuals with ataxia in daily living.
• Investigating environmental modifications and their impact on patient independence and safety.

Rehabilitation:

• Evaluating the effectiveness of various physical therapy and occupational therapy interventions.
• Assessing the long-term benefits of intensive rehabilitation programs on ataxia symptoms

Clinical Research:

• Conducting randomized controlled trials to determine the efficacy of new rehabilitation protocols
• Exploring the use of wearable technology to monitor and support patients remotely
• Measuring the impact of rehabilitation and adaptation strategies on patients’ quality of life and functional independence.
• Gathering patient and caregiver perspectives to inform future research and clinical practice.

The research grants awarded are normally for a period of one to two years and between $5,000 and $20,000 CDN as total annual budget allocated, although in exceptional circumstances it may be higher. Candidates are encouraged to seek co-funding from other organizations. Ataxia also encourages pan-Canadian collaborative research.

Grant application rules and guidelines 2024-2025
Research grant application form

Application Deadline: October 30, 2024

The grants facilitator for your faculty can be found on the staff contact page. For additional resources, click here for guidance on internal deadlines and submission processes.